Advice, tips, and general information about nutrition from Danielle Sobieski, MS, RDN, CDN
My blog last week was about books I’m currently reading and would easily recommend to patients as well. But then I realized, I have way more! There is a wealth of knowledge out there and these books offer people so much insight into whats going on in their brains and bodies. If you’re looking to expand your own knowledge, here’s what I’d start with.
Read MoreA lot of patients will mark off hair loss as one of their nutrition impact symptoms, so I am constantly worried about why. What is happening in their bodies to cause hair loss, and how can I help them address it? But before you jump to just taking biotin to try to reduce hair loss, there are a few things I suggest patients address first.
Read MoreHigh cholesterol may not always be on your mind unless you’re predisposed to it. For some, being told they have high cholesterol can come as a shock, especially if they’re already trying to be mindful of their diet and avoiding saturated fats. How often have you been told to eat less red meat if your cholesterol is high, but you don’t eat red meat or not much of it? Saturated fat is NOT the only thing to think about when it comes to cholesterol.
Read More“The shot” is something on everyone’s minds thanks to our society’s (and by extension, the medical profession’s) obsession with weight and profiting off people’s insecurities. What was once a treatment for some has become seemingly ubiquitous, at least in perception, based on ads I see daily. Practically everyone knows someone using a GLP1. Here are my thoughts about these medications…
Read MoreThe advice around supplements is divisive –– to say the least. There are people and providers that effing love using supplements! There is also, of course, another camp of people and providers that think no one EVER needs supplements, no matter what, and that people should always be getting their nutrients from food alone. Well, the answer is actually somewhere in the middle and here’s why.
Read MoreThere are two words that many people talk about when talking about nutrition and diet: goal weight. Whatever your reasons for wanting to lose weight, it’s a contentious topic that comes up in my practice and a lot of it centers around a certain number –– which usually causes more problems than anything else.
I’m here to tell you that a certain number is not an accurate measure of health.
Read MoreProtein can be one of the hardest nutrients to incorporate into your diet, especially if you have specific dietary needs or you live a very busy lifestyle. Getting enough protein can be very tricky, but it’s not impossible to get an adequate amount even if you’re vegan or vegetarian.
Read MoreMeal planning isn’t as simple and easy as it seems on social media. While there are so many benefits to planning your meals for the week, it can also be difficult for many people regardless of their lifestyle or dietary needs. Here are some ideas for how you can achieve your nutrition goals without burning out.
Read MoreHaving good nutrition doesn’t just help your physical health. Our minds and bodies are intertwined, but you might not be aware of how your eating habits might be affecting your mental health. And if you’re experiencing anxiety in particular, one big way you can actually help manage your symptoms is through some dietary changes.
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